Alligators are an opportunistic feeder which means they will eat anything that crosses their path if they are hungry. The usual wild alligator diet consists of apple snails, crawfish, snakes, fish, small mammals, and even the occasional bird.

Yes. The standard recommendation for ensuring that any wild game is safely cooked is to cook all types of meat thoroughly to at least 155-165 degrees Fahrenheit to kill disease organisms, parasites and viruses such as avian flu. It's not uncommon to see dead ducks or geese while in the field. Do not assume that any form of bird flu killed the ducks or geese, because these birds can die from many other causes. See similar questions...

Yes! It is still safe to hunt and eat game. However, hunters are always encouraged to wear gloves when skinning and preparing any game meat (this includes birds and mammals) and to cook meat thoroughly before serving it. See similar questions...

Since we are spending time in the outdoors and in a natural setting, it is always possible to see wild animals such as birds, armadillos and even alligators. All Florida waterways are able to host either alligators or crocodiles but because we are usually in a large group and making a lot of noise, alligators tend to shy away and they are a very rare sight. See similar questions...

YES! Wild salmon is one of the best foods you can eat. It is safe for you and the environment. The American Medical Association recommends eating wild salmon at least twice a week. Wild salmon is far superior to farmed salmon in its health benefits, so be sure to always ask for Wild Alaska Salmon. See similar questions...

No. Village Creek has a steady current and does not invite Alligators or Mosquitoes. While Alligators do exist in the Big Thicket, they are rarely ever seen on any of our canoe trails. Other wildlife is abundant and what you are most likely to see are Turtles, Birds and Butterflies. See similar questions...

Birds that come to bird feeders may relish a treat of dried pumpkin seeds. It means, of course, that you'll have to clean them out of the shell and bake for an hour or so at about 250 degrees. When they're ready, just put them out on a platform feeder and watch what happens. See similar questions...

There are alligators on the island, and they can be dangerous. However, they prefer to stay in the water - sidewalks or bike paths are a very unnatural location for them. If you do happen to see an alligator, stay away from it. And don't feed an alligator - feeding them makes them more dangerous to humans, not to mention that it's illegal. See similar questions...

This is a frequently asked question. We check all the time for alligators, there are no alligators in our lake, we make sure they are not in our waters, we check at night with a spotlight. No one wants to ski with alligators. See similar questions...

One section of the trail is optimistically marked "Zona de Osos" ("Bear Zone"), but your chances of stumbling across a bear are probably very slight. Making noise as you walk and staying on the trail will reduce them still further. Predatory wildlife on the Inca Trail consists mainly of the local pigs and dogs around Huayllabamba (who will eat anything that you leave outside, including boots, rucksacks and plastic garbage bags) and biting flies, which will eat you. See similar questions...

Surprisingly, no. Anatolians tend to be "easy keepers", and an adult Anatolian will eat between 40 to 60 pounds of premium quality dog chow a month. As a puppy, an Anatolian should be fed a premium puppy food for the first year. Some breeders will use puppy food for the first 18 months, and then switch to a good adult food. See similar questions...

ANSWER: The American alligator is indigenous to South Carolina, and there is always a chance of encountering one near any body of water. Generally alligators are shy creatures and prefer to retreat or hide rather than come in contact with humans. If you happen to come across an alligator, leave it alone and slowly move away. Do not attempt to interact with the reptile or harrass it in anyway. South Carolina laws strictly prohibit the harrassmant/feeding of these creatures. See similar questions...

Yes. They can run as fast as a horse and they have lots of big teeth. We have struck a deal with our alligators, though: if we leave them alone, they will leave us alone. It is against the law to feed alligators - we are better off if they are afraid of us than if they think of us as a source of food. Females protecting a nest are extremely dangerous if approached. Alligators live in the lagoons so you must never swim in a lagoon or let children (even supervised) play on the banks of a lagoon. See similar questions...